On the instructions of the President, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak had a phone call with Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Malta Ian Borg.
Andriy Yermak briefed the Minister on the current security situation and Ukraine's preparations for the winter period, in particular, the need to strengthen the protection of energy infrastructure facilities from Russian terrorist attacks.
The Head of the President's Office informed on the preparations to hold the third meeting at the level of national security advisors and diplomatic advisors in the nearest future, which will focus on the implementation of the Ukrainian Peace Formula and the organization of the Global Peace Summit. He noted the participation of the Ambassador of Malta in regular thematic meetings at the ambassadorial level dedicated to specific points of the Peace Formula.
Andriy Yermak expressed gratitude to Malta and its people for their continued support of Ukraine and drew attention to the fact that this country is well known for its participation in humanitarian initiatives and is an authority in advocating for peace and security.
The interlocutors discussed the importance of cooperation in the context of expanding the circle of countries that support the Peace Formula by including the states of the Global South.
"Malta, as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council, focuses on the issues that are part of the Peace Formula: security, resilience and solidarity. We also need to develop an effective platform for deepening the dialogue with the countries of the Global South, and Malta's role is very important for us," emphasized Andriy Yermak.
The Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine and the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Malta agreed to continue the dialogue and enhance coordination on the issues raised during the conversation.